Fans ‘outraged’ as top artist unexpectedly withdraws from Primavera just weeks before the event.

Clairo was supposed to be performing at Primavera Sound in Barcelona in just a month (Picture: Theo Wargo/FilmMagic).

In just a few weeks, Clairo was scheduled to perform at Barcelona’s Primavera Sound Festival, but fans are fuming as she has just announced her withdrawal. The Pretty Girl singer, 26, revealed the news via the festival’s official Instagram page, explaining that the cancellation is due to “logistical issues.”

“Hi Barcelona friends,” the Charm hitmaker began. “Unfortunately, I’m not able to make it to Primavera this year, and I’m so sad about it because Primavera is iconic and returning to the fest is something I’ve been looking forward to for ages. There are some logistical issues with getting my show to/from Primavera that have forced my hand here. I never want to give my fans anything but the absolute best set I can do, and that won’t be possible at this time.”

She apologized on social media, clarifying that “logistical issues” were to blame (Picture: Matt Jelonek/WireImage).

The festival made the announcement on social media (Picture: Primavera Sound/Instagram). “I’m so sorry again and I hope to be able to make it up to you sooner than later.” She also captioned the news with: “I’m so sorry Barcelona. We’ll be back soon.”

Primavera added to her announcement, acknowledging the fans’ “frustration,” which they said they shared. “We regret to announce that Clairo has canceled her performance at Primavera Sound Barcelona 2025,” the festival stated. “We are deeply saddened by this news and share the fans’ frustration. We, too, were very much looking forward to welcoming her again at Primavera Sound Barcelona.”

Fans were not satisfied with Clairo’s explanation, as @laviedesan took to X and said: “I love Clairo so much, but I’m tired of the lack of respect artists have for countries outside the US. You can’t cancel your show just because your team didn’t plan your festival dates properly and chose the one in New York over Primavera Sound.”

“The logistics Clairo gave to cancel Primavera is honestly hilarious because I watched her Coachella set and….. I’m confused. What kind of equipment are you having difficulties bringing to Spain? You can’t bring a piano and a guitar to Europe?” asked @missmoroccana. “It’s a month away – fix it,” fumed @Umer_885, adding: “Feel bad for fans who bought tickets just for her.” @SebastianArizaS simply said, “FUMING.”

Chappell Roan is headlining the festival alongside Charli XCX and Sabrina Carpenter (Picture: Dana Jacobs/WireImage). Clairo was billed to perform at Primavera Sound on June 6, and the star is booked for a gig in New York at The Governors Ball on June 8, a lineup that was announced in January.

It is unclear whether this NY booking is the reason behind her “logistical issue” in getting her show to Europe. The star is only playing a handful of festivals this summer. She will be making the journey for BST Hyde Park on June 5 and 6, before heading over to Hinterland Festival in Iowa on August 1, and Lollapalooza Festival on August 2.

Fortunately, Primavera’s lineup isn’t lacking, as it returns this summer with three of the biggest pop stars in the world: Charli XCX, Chappell Roan, and Sabrina Carpenter.

The 23rd edition of the festival, held at Parc del Fòrum from June 4-8 in Barcelona, will also feature performances from LCD Soundsystem, FKA Twigs, HAIM, Jamie xx, Fontaines D.C., Beach House, IDLES, Turnstile, and more.

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